Principal Vulnerability Research Engineer - Onsite

Nightwing Group; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 122,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Nightwing Group in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer. The successful candidate will utilize advanced systems to identify zero-day vulnerabilities and apply their expertise in software development, program analysis, and reverse engineering.

The role requires significant experience, strong technical skills in C/C++ or Python, and the ability to work with various debugging tools. Additionally, knowledge of operating systems and relevant cybersecurity certifications is advantageous.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging between $122,000 and $253,000, dependent on qualifications and experience, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12 years experience with a Bachelor's degree or 10 years experience with a Master's degree.
• Solid understanding of software development.
• Knowledge of assembly language (x86/x64) is required.

Responsibilities

• Use advanced systems to find zero-day vulnerabilities.
• Analyze and design programmatic behaviors.
• Develop, test, and debug software applications.

Skills

Software development

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Program analysis

Reverse engineering

Debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

angr

BAP

IDA Pro

Binary Ninja

gdb

Ghidra

windbg

Job description

Nightwing Group in Annapolis Junction, MD is seeking a Principal Senior Vulnerability Research Engineer. The successful candidate will utilize advanced systems to identify zero-day vulnerabilities and apply their expertise in software development, program analysis, and reverse engineering.

The role requires significant experience, strong technical skills in C/C++ or Python, and the ability to work with various debugging tools. Additionally, knowledge of operating systems and relevant cybersecurity certifications is advantageous.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging between $122,000 and $253,000, dependent on qualifications and experience, along with comprehensive benefits.